Hadden, David, fl. 1811 to George Hadden & Co
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06231 Author/Creator: Hadden, David, fl. 1811 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1811/05/27 Pagination: 3 p. : address : docket ; 25.2 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy
Describes battle between the American frigate President and the larger British frigate Little Belt. Notes that "The British frigates on this coast are behaving shamefully, as they come to press men out[.]" Also discusses his business travel and giving a letter of introduction to another businessman named Mr. Croskry. Addressed to Hadden in London.
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